Accounting Manager

• Assisting with WSFP’s financial management as well as other day-to-day accounting activities
• Working with a wide variety of customers both internally and externally
• Serving a key role in the financial oversight and reporting of WSFP
• Evaluating appropriate policies and procedures in line with state statutes and guidelines
• Assisting with the direction, leadership, and guidance of WSFP’s financial management and finance team
• Identifying and implementing necessary fiscal controls
• Creating and analyzing monthly financial budget reports
• Helping the CFO and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as needed

• Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance from a four-year accredited college or university, preferred
• Five (5)+ years’ experience of responsible accounting and auditing experience. State of Wisconsin or fund accounting experience, preferred
• Extensive knowledge of the state’s budget and fiscal process, state statutes, federal regulations, administrative rules and policies, preferred
• Considerable knowledge of governmental accounting and budgeting, auditing and financial reporting principles, and GAAP
• Effective leadership skills
• empowering staff and leading by example
• Ability to work professionally and respectfully with both internal and external contacts of varying levels of financial literacy
• Extensive knowledge of and skill in learning computer software and using Microsoft software such as Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Power Point
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and details efficiently
• and to perform with a high level of detail and accuracy
• Ability to be creative, flexible, and self-motivated

Comprehensive fringe benefits package, including pension, health insurance, and paid time off